Dentist

Are you an experienced Dentist looking for meaningful clinical work, genuine work/life balance and the opportunity to make a difference in your community?Would you enjoy supporting and mentoring early-career clinicians while working with a friendly, experienced dental team – just minutes form the beach?Point Lonsdale based | Flexible FTE | Monday – Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm | No weekends | No overtime | 5 weeks annual leave | Monthly ADO for full-time staffBellarine Community Health (BCH) has an exciting opportunity for a Dentist to join our Oral Health team at our modern Point Lonsdale clinic.We are particularly keen to hear from experienced Dentists who may be interested in taking a senior role within the team and providing clinical guidance and mentoring to an early-career Dentist as we grow our service. We also welcome applications from graduate and early-career Dentists, who will be supported through a mentoring program.Full-time, part-time and job-share arrangements will be considered, along with a public/private mix of services.Why join BCH?This is an opportunity to combine meaningful community dentistry with clinical variety, professional support, predictable hours and an enviable coastal lifestyle.We offer:Monday–Friday hours, 8.30am–5.00pm – no weekends, no overtimeExcellent work/life balance and a monthly ADO for full-time staffPredictable salaried incomeGenerous salary packaging allowances – including up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meal entertainment and accommodationRural allowanceGenerous leave allowances including 5 weeks annual leave per annum and 5 days professional development leave per annum (pro rata)A modern clinic in beautiful Point Lonsdale, just minutes from the beachA friendly and supportive multidisciplinary oral health teamThe opportunity for experienced Dentists to mentor and support early-career cliniciansA varied patient population and meaningful clinical workThe opportunity to work across public and private dental careOngoing professional development and trainingGenerous leave arrangements, Employee Assistance Program and discounted gym membershipAbout our serviceBellarine Community Health is a not-for-profit community health organisation providing health and wellbeing services across the Bellarine Peninsula.Our Oral Health Service operates from our modern Point Lonsdale facility and provides general and emergency dental care to public and private patients, as well as outreach services within schools, preschools and community settings.You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of Dentists, Oral Health Therapists, Oral Health Educators, Dental Prosthetists and Dental Assistants.We are committed to high-quality, patient-centred and inclusive care, including dedicated dental pathways for patients with autism and intellectual disability.About the teamWe are a professional, supportive and friendly team of Dentists, Oral Health Therapist, Oral Health Educators, Prosthetist and Dental Assistants. We are accredited and committed to providing a high quality, personalised service based on patient’s needs. Our dental service provides general and emergency dental care, providing care to both public and private patients at an affordable cost and offering an inclusive dental pathway for patients with Autism or Intellectual Disability.​Our dental service is based at our Point Lonsdale site in a modern state of the art facility and provides outreach in community settings such as schools and pre-schools.​ We operate Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm.About the roleAs a Dentist at BCH, you will:Provide comprehensive oral health assessments, diagnosis and treatment planningDeliver a broad range of general dental treatmentProvide high-quality, evidence-based and patient-centred careEducate and empower patients to improve their oral healthWork collaboratively with the broader Oral Health teamContribute to continuous improvement and the ongoing development of our service.For experienced applicants, there is also the opportunity to provide clinical leadership, support and mentoring to early-career Dentists.About you:You will have:Tertiary qualifications in Dentistry and current AHPRA registration.Current Victorian radiation licence.Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.A commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.A commitment to professional development.Experience mentoring or supporting other clinicians will be highly regarded but is not essential.Graduate and early-career Dentists are encouraged to apply and will be supported through our mentoring program.Conditions of Employment100-point ID verificationNational Police CheckWorking with Children CheckVictorian Driver’s LicenceImmunisation status clearance – Hepatitis B, MMR, Pertussis and VaricellaInterested?If you’re looking for a dental role where you can make a genuine difference, enjoy your work and still have time to enjoy life outside it, we’d love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion about the position or flexible working arrangements, please contact Briana McMahon, Oral Health Services Manager on 03 5258 0891 or via email at briana.mcmahon@bch.org.au.The Position Description is available here: PD Dentist Oct2026.Applications must include cover letter, response to key selection criteria, completed application form, and resume. Please submit your application to recruitment@bch.org.au today – applications are being assessed as they are received with final applications closing on Thursday 29th October at 5.00pm.Bellarine Community Health acknowledges the Wadawurrung People as the Traditional Custodians of the land, waters and skies of the Bellarine Peninsula. We acknowledge and respect Wadawurrung Elders and leaders, past, present and emerging and pay gratitude for their unique ability to care for Country and deep spiritual connection to it. We are proud to be an inclusive workplace and welcome people from all cultures and backgrounds to our service.Bellarine Community Health is there for everyone – no matter where you come from, what you look like or how you identify. We are committed to play our part in building a more inclusive and equitable world – starting with our own organisation.